Wood Betony Herbal Remedies
Wood betony contains sedative properties and has long been used for headache, particularly when due to tension and anxiety. It is often recommended for neuralgia and to strengthen the nervous system. Wood betony makes a good-tasting black tea substitute because of its refreshing astringent taste. Wood Betony has a taste of BITTER, ASTRINGENT and a temperature of COOL.
Wood Betony Proper Dose
| Type | Dossage |
| Wood Betony Infusion | 1 cup 2-3 x daily |
| Wood Betony Tincture | 1 dropperful 2-3 x daily |
Wood Betony Reference Information
| Latin Name | Stachys officinalis |
| Other Names | Bishopswort |
| Part Used | Leaf, Flowers |
| Herb Forms | Tincture, bulk herb. |
| Affects | Liver, Nervous system |
| Cautions | None noted. |
| Botanical Info | A Mint family perennial with rounded, toothed, lance-shaped leaves and purple flower whorls arranged in an oblong spike. |
Supporting Research
McGuffin, M. et al. 1997. Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton: CRC Press.
Wren, R.C. 1988. Potter's New Cyclopaedia of Botanical Drugs. Essex: C.W. Daniel Co. Ltd.